Cold Weather Half Pants
This is an example of an authentic Cold Weather Half Pants. It is worn over the standard military trousers and used in combination with Cold Weather Leggings or Cold Weather Boots.
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January 16th, 2026
Cold Weather Leggings
This is an introduction to original Cold Weather Leggings. Although relatively few examples survive in good condition, they are still among the more readily obtainable pieces of equipment.
January 11th, 2026
Type 96 Cold Weather Coat
Here is a comparison of authentic Cold Weather Coats. I also show examples of how to wear the full cold-weather gear.
November 29th, 2025
Cold Weather Canteen Cover
Using authentic examples of the Cold Weather Canteen Cover, I will compare the differences between each variant.
November 24th, 2025
Type 96 Cold Weather Cap
Using authentic Type 96 Cold Weather Cap, I will compare examples from several production years. I will also introduce specimens that still retain their original nose cover.
November 16th, 2025
Type 5 Canteen
Here is an introduction to the Type 5 Canteen used by enlisted men and NCOs of the Imperial Japanese Army. There are three variants—Type I, Type Ro, and Type Ha—distinguished by differences in the canteen strap.
February 5th, 2025